PACIFICO

Name: PACIFICO
Address: 1098 W 29 ST, HIALEAH, FL, 33012, US
Rating: 0

1098 W 29 ST, HIALEAH, FL 33012

License #2313910

🌮 Mexican/Latin ℹ️

0 Grade F / 100

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September 23, 2026 · 18 findings · 1 critical

Routine - Food (follow-up)

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PACIFICO in HIALEAH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 0 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has been inspected 11 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on September 23, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 154 total violations — 22 critical, 22 major, 110 minor.

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Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
[02C-03-5] Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed tomato paste can opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening on shelves at walk in cooler.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled white freezers interior across dishwasher machine. Observed soiled walk in cooler shelves.
[36-08-4] Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at kitchen area.
[03A-02-5] Observed cooked steak (44F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding) as per operator less than 1 hour. Operator add ice bags.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
[38-05-4] Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
[02C-02-5] Still observed cooked food not date marked.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white cutting board on reach in cooler across cook line.
[14-11-5] Observed reach in cooler ambient temperature at 49 F. across cook line.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
[22-02-4] Still observed soiled can opener blade.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled with food debris can opener holder. Observed soiled gaskets on unit across cook line.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage ceiling tile at dry storage area.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed on hallway by walk in cooler.
[08B-49-4] Still observed personal food not segregated.

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Disposition: Warning Issued
[08B-49-4] Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food stored next to establishment food at walk in cooler.
[02C-03-5] Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed tomato paste can opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening on shelves at walk in cooler.
[02C-02-5] Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork and cooked chicken frozen prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork,cooked rice,cooked ribs and cooked chicken prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. On shelves at walk in cooler.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen area, operator restocked.
[10-06-5] In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed on crispy chicken container, operator stored properly.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked pork on shelves at walk in cooler.
[03A-03-5] Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on top of reach in cooler.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on stuffed won tons container at kitchen area, operator removed.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator fix the hose Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm)
[14-31-5] Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed stuffed won tons stored on thank you bags.
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at kitchen area,
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at kitchen area.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottle not identified with common name. Operator labeled.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed on hallway by walk in cooler.
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
[24-07-4] Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed metal trays stored on floor at kitchen area.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked steak (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (51F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); raw steak (50F - Cold Holding); noodles (50F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler across cook line, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator add ice for rapid cooling.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator stored properly.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at kitchen area, operator moved to dishwashing area.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scoop in standing water at 92° F next to rice warmer, operator removed.
[14-09-4] Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed on white cutting board on reach in cooler across cook line.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler ambient temperature at 56° F. across cook line.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at walk in cooler.
[21-04-4] In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at kitchen area. Operator removed.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled with food debris can opener blade.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled with food debris can opener holder. Observed soiled gaskets on unit across cook line.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed items inside hand wash sink next to dishwasher machine. Operator removed.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed damage ceiling tile at dry storage area.
[36-08-4] Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed at kitchen area.
[36-01-4] Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in cooler., also observed throughout kitchen.
[05-09-4] No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed on unit across cook line.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food containers not covered on freezer and walk in cooler.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled white freezers interior across dishwasher machine. Observed soiled walk in cooler shelves.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back door.
[38-05-4] Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[22-20-5] Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance inside ice machine at front counter.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezers door handles soiled all around kitchen area, storage area and front counter.
[36-37-5] Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed all around kitchen area and dry storage.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed holes on the ceiling at dry storage and kitchen area. Also observed ceiling tiles with water damage at kitchen area and dry storage.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cloth, glasses and phone stored on top of gallon of sauces on shelf at dry storage area. Operator removed them and stored them properly during inspection.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed soy spice container stored on the floor on storage room at dining area.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on preparation table at kitchen area. Operator removed during inspection.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave interior soiled on shelf next to reach in freezers at kitchen area.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezers gaskets soiled all around kitchen area, storage area and front counter.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in freezers soiled at kitchen area, front counter and storage area.
[36-02-5] Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed all around kitchen area.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust accumulation at kitchen area.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls soiled all around kitchen area and walk in cooler.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar, salt and msg containers not identified on top of preparation table next to cook line at kitchen area.
[03D-02-5] Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed White rice (57F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler shelf at kitchen area. As per operator the rice was in the walk in cooler from the day before. Operator discarded during inspection.
[12A-07-5] Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed one employee coming inside the kitchen and putting gloves on without washing hands. Coached employee on proper procedure. Employee removed gloves and washed hands at the time of inspection.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of cooked pork ribs on shelf at walk in cooler.
[01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed White rice (57F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler shelf at kitchen area. As per operator the rice was in the walk in cooler from the day before. Operator discarded during inspection.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beans sprouts (47F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at kitchen area. As per operator for less than 2 hours. Operator placed it inside walk in cooler for rapid cooling.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed degreaser spray bottles not identified under dishwasher machine at kitchen area.

Disposition: Warning Issued
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cans used to dispense rice, no handles. Operator discarded cans.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed rusted shelves under prep tables.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Inside walk in cooler pizza prep and kitchen floor soiled.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil and soy sauce buckets on the floor storage area, plastic container with pork ribs on Floor inside walk in cooler.
[33-20-4] Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed around grease receptacle.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at kitchen.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator discarded water and stored utensils on a dry clean container.
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster.
[36-64-5] Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. smell like sewage by bathrooms on the back of building outside.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
[08B-12-5] Stored food not covered. Observed inside walk in cooler, cooked noodles, raw pork ribs, cooked pork ribs, cooked breaded chicken, cut onions, cut broccoli containers no covered.
[32-23-5] Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Observed very slow draining toilets.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Trough out kitchen splashed food on walls.
[12A-10-4] Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed Employee touched face while frying food , no hand washing, no gloves changed . Inspector talk to manager, manager coached employee on proper glove use and hand washing .
[28-27-5] Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Observed outside manhole covers overflowing with sewer like water, strong odor, Back of building front of bathrooms on the street.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler at kitchen raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); cooked pork (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp(50F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (53F - Cold Holding) According to manager placed 90 minutes ago. Operator put ice bags on top of food items for rapid chill. Top was left open.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed all purpose cleaning, and degreaser on spray bottles no labeled , next to dish machine.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dusty vents and water stains on ceiling tiles
[13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook no hair restraint while preparing food at kitchen.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed grout missing and some tiles cracked at kitchen area.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knifes stored at kitchen between utility sink and prep table.
[10-01-5] In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop buried inside flour container. Manager stored properly.
[12B-13-4] Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink inside cooler at kitchen. Manager discarded beverage.
[25-06-4] Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed as not inverted at prep area kitchen. Employee inverted as containers.
[12A-09-4] Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees no changing gloves after changing task or touching dirty aprons. Manager coach employees on proper hand washing.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container inside hand sink at kitchen. Employee removed container.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles containing degreaser and all purpose cleaner by dish machine no labeled.

Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spry bottles containing degreaser and sanitizer no labeled At ware washing area.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed can used to dispense rice.
[36-06-4] Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed soiled cardboard at kitchen floor
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone above preparation table. Employee moved phone away from prep area.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between prep table sink at kitchen.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed msg and salt containers no labeled. Manager labeled containers.
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 00ppm) Manager replaced chlorine bucket on dish machine. After cycling Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm).
[12A-16-4] Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employees began to work with food, without washing his hand first. Manager coached employees on proper hand washing.
[14-86-1] Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed wontons container lined by cardboard.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled and cutting board
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink used as a dump sink at kitchen.